HP 5550 HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide
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table of contents hp deskjet 5550 series table of contents Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final notices notices and acknowledgements terms and conventions accessibility using the onscreen user's guide special features getting started printer features buttons and lights paper trays print cartridges - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 2
cleaning print cartridges manually cleaning the print cartridge cradle maintaining print cartridges maintaining the printer body removing ink for skin and clothing using the hp inkjet utility troubleshooting printer is not printing problems with printouts printer lights are flashing or - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 3
is too slow Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final two-sided printing problems borderless printing problems "There is a problem with the Print Cartridges" error message appears on the computer screen specifications printer specifications minimum system requirements automatic two-sided printing module - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 4
notices notices q notices and acknowledgements q terms and conventions q accessibility q using the onscreen user's guide Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 4 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_notices_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 9:40:51 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 5
this material is prohibited without prior written permission of Hewlett-Packard, except as allowed under copyright laws. acknowledgments Apple, the Apple logo, AppleTalk, ColorSync, the ColorSync logo, Finder, Mac, Macintosh, MacOS, Powerbook, Power Macintosh, and Quickdraw are trademarks of Apple - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 6
and conventions Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The following terms and conventions are used in the User's Guide. terms HP Deskjet printers may be referred to as the HP Deskjet printer, the HP printer, or printer. symbols The > symbol guides you through a series of software steps. For example: Click - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 7
accessibility accessibility Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final For accessibility information, visit Apple's Website at http://www.apple.com/disability/. 7 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_accessibility_fs.html [5/9/2002 9:40:52 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 8
Hykuna Mac UG Final This onscreen user's guide is viewed through Adobe Acrobat Reader version 4.0 or greater. Use the following tools to view and navigate the onscreen user's guide: q View Buttons: Click these buttons to change page views: View the page in actual size Fit the page in the window - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 9
features special features Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Congratulations! You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several ink. Auto-On and Auto-Off: Enable Auto-Off to place the printer into a low-power, energyefficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes. The printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 10
getting started getting started q printer features q buttons and lights q paper trays q print cartridges q reserve mode q automatic paper-type sensor q automatic two-sided printing module (duplexer) q connectivity Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 10 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 11
printer features printer features Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. To view a printer feature, click below on the name of the feature. 1. buttons and lights 2. paper trays 1. reserve mode 2. print cartridges 3. automatic - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 12
printer features 1. connectivity 2. duplexer Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 12 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_printerfeatures_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 9:40:54 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 13
a print cartridge needs service. resume button and lights The Resume light flashes when an action is required such as loading paper or clearing a paper jam. When the problem is solved, press the Resume button to continue printing. power button and light The Power button turns the printer on and off - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 14
paper trays paper trays Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The printer has two paper trays: an In tray and an Out . You can print different sizes of media by sliding the paper guides in and out. 1. paper width guide 2. paper length guide out tray Printed pages are deposited in the Out tray. Remove the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 15
paper trays Replace the Out tray before printing. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Out tray extension - Fold the Out tray extension out when printing a large number of pages. Also fold out the extension when printing in - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 16
product number c6656a tri-color c6657a photo print c6658a For installation instructions, see replacing print cartridges. For storage instructions, see maintaining print cartridges. For recycling instructions, see print cartridge recovery. For print cartridge ink capacity, see the information - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 17
paper-type sensor Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The Automatic Paper- HP paper and media, provides better printing results. When the Automatic default option is selected, the Automatic Paper-Type Sensor is engaged. The printer scans the first page of a document with a blue optical sensor light - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 18
reserve mode Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Reserve mode allows the printer to operate using only printer and affects the quality of printouts. when only this print cartridge is installed... black print cartridge the result is... Colors are printed as grayscale. tri-color print cartridge Colors - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 19
reserve mode exiting reserve mode Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Install two print cartridges in the printer to exit the reserve mode. For instructions on installing a print cartridge, see replacing print cartridges. 19 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_reservemode_fs.html (2 of 2) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 20
printing module (duplexer) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final automatic two-sided printing module (duplexer) The Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module (duplexer) is a special hardware feature that enables the printer to automatically print on both sides of a page. installing the duplexer 1. Turn the latch - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 21
module (duplexer) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Do not press the buttons on either side of the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module when installing it in the printer. Use these buttons only when removing the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module from the printer. supported paper types The Automatic Two - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 22
with a USB cable. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final For instructions on connecting the printer with a USB cable, see the Setup poster that came with the printer. network The printer can be connected to a network with an HP JetDirect External Print Server that supports an AppleTalk connection. 22 file - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 23
printer software: q using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic q using printer software with Mac OS X Click the appropriate topic below to view instructions cards q posters q banners q iron-on transfers 23 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_printing_intro_fs.html [5/9/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 24
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic The printer is controlled by software installed on your computer. Use the printer software to perform the following tasks: q choosing the printer q - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 25
printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 3. Click hp deskjet printer in the right side of the Chooser dialog box. 4. Do one of the following, depending on how the computer and the printer . Desktop printing is not supported in Mac OS X Classic. 25 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 26
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic checking the printer status The printer desktop icon shows you the status of the printer. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final icon meaning Printer is idle and set as the default printer. Printer is idle and not set as the default printer. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 27
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Menu: Choose one of the following: r Page Attributes: To set print options for the document. r Application Attributes: To set print options specific to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 28
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Panel Menu: Click the menu to select different panels: General, Paper Type/Quality, Layout, Color, Digital Photography, Background Printing, or an application-specific panel. 2. Settings Menu: Click to select - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 29
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Copies: Enter the number of copies to be printed. 2. Collate: Select to collate if printing multiple copies. 3. Print Back to Front: Select to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 30
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Paper Group: Select the category of paper used, such speed. High Resolution photo is available for some photo papers. 4. Ink: Click to set the ink dry time and density. layout Select the Layout panel for page - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 31
: Select Manual for manual two-sided printing. You can select Automatic only if you have installed the optional HP Two-Sided Printing Accessory (duplexer). digital photography For a description of the Digital Photography panel, see printing digital photographs. color 31 Use the Color panel for - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 32
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Image: Choose one of the following: r ColorSmart III: Prints optimum color quality. r ColorSync: Prints using the ColorSync matching system. r Grayscale: Prints in shades of gray. r Black & White: Prints in - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 33
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Print In: Choose one of the following: document as it is printing. displaying the print status dialog box Double-click the hp printer icon on the desktop to display the Print Status dialog box. using the print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 34
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Control Buttons: Select a print job in the print queue, then click one of the following buttons to control printing: Pause a print job. Restart - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 35
mac os x using printer software with Mac OS X Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The printer is controlled by software installed on the computer. For instructions on using the printer software, select one of the following topics: q using the page setup dialog box q using the print dialog box q using the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 36
r Summary: To view the print settings for the document. r Borderless Printing: See borderless printing . Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 2. Format for: Select the printer name. 3. Paper Size: Select the paper size. 4. Orientation: Click the appropriate icon for the page orientation. 5. Scale: Reduce - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 37
x for the document. 4. ?: Click to view Mac Help. 5. Preview: Click to see a preview of the printed print the document. copies and pages Use the Copies and Pages panel for these functions: Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Copies: Enter the number of copies to be printed. 2. Collated: Select to - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 38
os x Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Pages per Sheet: Select how many pages to print on each sheet of paper. 2. Layout Direction: Select the option for how multiple pages - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 39
the Paper Type/Quality panel for these functions: Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Paper : Click to select the following options certain photo paper types when Best mode is selected). r Color: Select the color setting. 39 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_printer_driver_osx.html (5 of - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 40
and color tone. 3. Digital Photos: See printing digital photographs . 4. Ink: Click to set ink dry time and density. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Center to: q Manage available printers q Select a default printer q Add a printer 40 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_printer_driver_osx - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 41
Click Applications in the Finder window. 2. Select the Utilities folder. 3. Select the Print Center icon. managing available printers Use the Print Center to manage available printers: Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Name Column: Click a printer name to select the printer. 2. Blue Bullet: Indicates - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 42
Hykuna Mac UG Final For instructions on opening the Print Center, see using the print center . 2. Click the printer name. 3. Do one of the following: r Select Printers > Make Default r Press Command + d A blue bullet appears next to the printer name to indicate that it is the default printer. adding - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 43
x Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final For instructions on opening the Print Center, see using the print center. 2. Select the printer. The print queue appears. 3. Click a print job to select it. 4. Use the buttons to manage the print job as desired: r Delete: Cancels the selected print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 44
Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic The following instructions provide the most common method of selecting page layout and print options. The software options, paper group, paper type, ink density, and drying time. 5. Color to choose options for color, - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 45
a document Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final For a description of the Macintosh printer software, see using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic. Mac OS X The following instructions provide the most common method of selecting page layout and print options. The software program you are - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 46
module specifications. If you want to print a two-sided document on a media type not supported by the automatic two-sided printing module, see manual two-sided printing. printing instructions Follow these instructions to print a two-sided document: 1. Open the Print dialog box, then select the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 47
two-sided printing Use the manual two-sided printing feature if: q The Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module (duplexer) is not attached to the printer. q You want to print a two-sided document on a media type the Automatic Two-Sided Printing Module does not support. rear access door If the Automatic - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 48
Door into place. 2. Turn the latch to the right to attach the Rear Access Door to the printer. printing instructions Follow these instructions to print a two-sided document manually: 1. Open the Print dialog box, then select the Layout panel. 2. Select Print Both Sides. 48 file:///C|/Projects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 49
two-sided printing 3. Select Manual. 4. Select the appropriate binding: Book binding. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Tablet binding. 5. Change any other desired print settings, then click OK . 6. The printer automatically prints odd-numbered pages first. Once the odd-numbered pages are printed, a - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 50
Both Sides. 6. Select the appropriate binding. Book binding. Tablet binding. 7. Change any other desired print settings, then click Print. Manual two-sided printing is not available in Mac OS X. 50 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_twosided_printing_fs.html (5 of 5) [5/9/2002 9:41:03 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 51
Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The hp deskjet printer has several features to improve the print quality of your digital photographs. For printing instructions, select the appropriate option: q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer Mac OS - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 52
4. Smoothing: Adjust distortion to preference. Click Automatic to allow the printer driver to automatically balance smoothing. 5. SmartFocus: Click On to allow the printer driver to automatically focus images. Mac OS X accessing the digital photo options 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 53
printingdigitalphotographs Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final r Digital Flash: Lighten dark images. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance lightness and darkness. r Sharpness: Adjust image sharpness to preference. Click Auto to allow the printer driver to automatically balance - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 54
-off feature to place the printer in a low-power, energy-efficient mode after it has been idle for 30 minutes. To enable the auto-off feature, open the hp inkjet utility, select the Configuration panel, then follow the onscreen instructions. For instructions on using the hp inkjet utility, see using - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 55
OS X. turning on the automatic paper-type sensor 1. Open the Print dialog box. 2. Select the Paper Type/Quality panel. 3. Do one of the following: r Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic: Select Automatic in the Paper Group box r Mac OS X: Select Automatic in the Paper Type box 4. Do one of the following - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 56
borderless printing borderless printing Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Borderless printing lets you print to the edges of small media such as cards and photos. 4 x 6 inch photo paper with tear-off tabs: - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 57
Mac UG Final selecting image size: Open the image file in a software paper into the printer according to the instructions for the paper type. q photographs loading and printing photo paper with tear-off tab: Remove the Out tray and, holding the tabbed edge, slide the HP - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 58
borderless printing 7. After selecting the print settings, click OK. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final borderless printing with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box. 2. Select a borderless printing paper size in the Paper Size box. 3. Click OK. 4. Open the Print dialog box. 5. Select - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 59
plain paper plain paper preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 2. Slide out both paper guides. 3. Place up to 100 sheets of paper in the In tray. 4. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper. 5. Replace the Out tray. printing on plain paper q My computer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 60
desired print settings. 4. After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing on plain paper with Mac OS X 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer, page size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box, then select the following settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 61
Mac UG Final Print a single envelope using the envelope slot, or print multiple envelopes using the paper tray. printing guidelines q Never place more than 15 envelopes in the In tray at one time. q Avoid using envelopes that have clasps or windows Slide out both paper guides and remove all paper - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 62
4. Push the envelopes forward until they stop. 5. Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the envelopes. 6. Replace the Out tray. printing the envelopes q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 63
envelopes 2. Click OK. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 3. Open the Print dialog box, then select the print settings. 5. After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing envelopes with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel setting - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 64
envelopes Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 64 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_envelopes_fs.html (4 of 4) [5/9/2002 9:41:07 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 65
transparencies transparencies Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final printing guidelines For great results use hp premium inkjet transparency film. preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Fan the edges of the transparency sheets - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 66
may wait for transparencies to dry before releasing them to the top of the tray. printing transparencies with Mac OS X 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer, page size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box, then select the following settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 67
print settings, click Print. The printer may wait for transparencies to dry before releasing them to the top of the tray. For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 67 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 68
Mac UG Final q Use only paper labels that are designed specifically for inkjet printers. q Use only full sheets of labels. q Verify that the labels are not sticky, wrinkled, or pulling away from the protective backing. q Do not use plastic or clear labels. The ink the paper guides firmly against the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 69
, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 70
paper group) Quality: Normal 4. Select any other desired print settings. 5. After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing labels with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel Page Attributes setting Paper Size: A4 Letter or US Letter - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 71
media printing guidelines Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final q Use only cards and small media that meet the printer's paper size specifications. q index cards or other small media 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Align the card edges. 4. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 72
, follow the instructions provided by the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 73
an out of paper message appears, verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. printing index cards and other small media with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel Page Attributes setting Paper Size: Appropriate card size Orientation - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 74
appears, verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 74 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_small_media_fs.html (4 of 4) [5/9/2002 9:41:08 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 75
Hagaki cards printing guidelines Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final q Use only cards that meet the printer's paper size specifications. q If the In tray. 5. Push the cards forward until they stop. 6. Slide the paper guides firmly against the edges of the cards. 7. Replace the Out tray. 75 file:///C|/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 76
by the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing Hagaki cards with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 77
Click OK. If an out of paper message appears, verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. printing Hagaki cards with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel setting Page Attributes Paper Size: Appropriate Hagaki card size Orientation - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 78
appears, verify the cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 78 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_Hagaki_cards_fs.html (4 of 4) [5/9/2002 9:41:09 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 79
. q Use hp photo papers for great results. preparing to print small photographs For high-quality photos, install a photo print cartridge in the printer. For instructions on installing a print cartridge, see replacing print cartridges. 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 80
tray. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final preparing to print large photographs For high-quality photos, install a photo print cartridge in the printer. For instructions on installing a print cartridge, see replacing print cartridges. 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 81
Final printing photographs q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing photographs with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic 1. Open the Page Setup dialog - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 82
panel setting Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Paper Type/Quality Paper Group: Automatic or Photo Paper Paper Type: Appropriate hp photo paper type (if After you have selected the print settings, click OK. printing photographs with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 83
Paper Type/Quality Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Paper Type: Appropriate hp photo paper type Quality: Best Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. If a photo print cartridge is installed in the printer, replace it with a black print cartridge when you finish printing photographs. For instructions - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 84
Mac UG Final q Unfold pre-folded cards, then place them in the In tray. q If an out of paper message appears, verify that the cards are positioned properly in the In tray. q For great results, use hp greeting card paper. preparing to print 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 85
with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing greeting with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 86
appears, verify the greeting cards are positioned properly in the paper tray. printing greeting cards with Mac OS X 1. If necessary, open the Page Setup dialog box and select the printer, paper size, scaling, or orientation options. 2. Open the Print dialog box, then select the following settings - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 87
posters posters printing guidelines Poster printing is not available in Mac OS X. preparing to print Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Remove the Out tray. 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Fan the edges of the sheets to separate them, then align the edges. 4. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 88
posters Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 5. After the poster has printed, trim the edges on the sheets then tape the sheets together. For a description of available print options, click Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic. 88 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_posters_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 9:41 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 89
Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 2. Slide out both paper guides, then remove all paper from the In tray. 3. Select up to 20 sheets of banner paper. Remove and discard any perforated strips. 4. Place the banner paper in the In tray with the unattached edge of the paper facing the printer. 1. unattached - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 90
, follow the instructions provided with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 91
Paper or Inkjet Paper Paper Type: Appropriate inkjet paper (if Inkjet Paper group is selected) Quality: Normal 4. Click OK. printing banners with Mac OS X 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then select the following settings: panel setting Page Attributes Paper Size: A4 Letter Banner or US - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 92
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with the software program. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. q My computer runs Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x q I am using a Mac OS 9.x application on a Mac OS X computer I am using an application built for Mac OS X Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic Mac OS X printing iron-on transfers with Mac OS - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 94
Plain Paper Quality: Normal 4. Click OK. printing iron-on transfers with Mac OS X The Mirror Image feature is not available in Mac OS X. Some applications offer a mirror image feature that will allow you to print iron-on transfers from a Mac OS X computer. 1. Open the Page Setup dialog box, then - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 95
iron-on transfers Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final For a description of available print options, click the appropriate operating system: Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic or Mac OS X. 95 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_iron-on_transfers_fs.html (4 of 4) [5/9/2002 9:41:12 AM] - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 96
the print cartridge cradle q maintaining print cartridges q maintaining the printer body q refilling print cartridges q removing ink from skin and clothing q using the hp inkjet utility Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 96 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_maintenance_intro_fs.html [5/9/2002 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 97
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. If the Print Cartridge Status light continues to blink after installing a new print cartridge, verify the part number on the cartridge. 9. Open the hp inkjet utility to print a test page. For instructions on using the hp inkjet utility, see hp inkjet utility. 98 file:///C|/Projects/Newport - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 99
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onscreen instructions. If your printouts are still missing lines or dots after cleaning, a print cartridge may be low on ink. One or both print cartridges may need to be replaced. If a print cartridge is low on ink and you do not have a replacement cartridge available, use the printer in reserve - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 103
! Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean. preparing to clean 1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer, then raise the top cover. The print cartridges move to the center of the printer. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer. 3. Remove the print - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 104
the print cartridge cradle Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. print cartridge cradle 2. print cartridge cradle walls 3. Repeat this process until no ink residue appears on a clean swab. 4. Reinsert the print cartridges and close the printer's top cover. 5. Reconnect the power cord to the back of the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 105
maintaining print cartridges Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The following tips will help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure Do not remove the protective tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in the printer. If the plastic tape has been removed from - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 106
maintaining print cartridges Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Caution! Do not drop the print cartridge. Dropping the print cartridge may result in damage to the print cartridge. file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_maintaining_print_cartridges_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 9:41:15 AM] 106 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 107
the printer body maintaining the printer body Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will eventually appear on the printer case and adjacent surfaces. To remove smudges, stains, and/or dried ink from the exterior of the printer, use - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 108
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ink levels. r Calibrate: Aligns the print cartridges. r Configure: Enables Auto-Off feature. r Support: Provides access to the HP Website where you can find support for the printer and information about HP products and supplies. r Register: Accesses the HP Website to register the printer. Mac - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 111
output quality of the printer. r Test: Prints a test page or a diagnostic page. r Clean: Cleans the print cartridges. r Ink Levels: Provides estimated ink levels. r Calibrate: Aligns the print cartridges. r Configure: Enables Auto-Off feature. r Support: Provides access to the HP Website where you - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 112
using the hp inkjet utility and information about HP products and supplies. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final r Register: Accesses the HP Website to register the printer. file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_mac_utility_fs.html (4 of 4) [5/9/2002 9:41:17 AM] 112 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 113
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closed. q The duplexer or Rear Access Door is attached. q The print cartridges are correctly installed. check the printer lights q If the Power light is blinking, the printer is in the process of printing. q If the Resume light is blinking, press the Resume button. q If the Print Cartridge Status - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 115
these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. Do not remove the copper strips. They are required electrical contacts. 3. Close the top cover. 4. Press the Resume button. Wait until the Power light stops flashing before printing a file. paper problems Click the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 116
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to the hub while printing. printer does not turn on The printer may have drawn too much power. 1. Disconnect the power cord from the printer. 2. Wait approximately 10 seconds. 3. Reconnect the power cord to the printer. 4. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. 117 file:///C|/Projects - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 118
not printing Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final printer driver not found in Mac OS X Classic The printer driver you need may have to be installed separately. If no hp inkjet printer icon appears in the Chooser, load the driver from the CD for Mac OS X Classic. file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 119
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to align the print cartridges. Follow these steps to calibrate the printer: 1. Open the hp inkjet utility. 2. Select the Calibrate panel. 3. Click the Align button, then follow the onscreen instructions. document is printed off-center or at an angle 1. Verify that the paper is correctly placed - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 121
software application. photos are not printing correctly check the paper tray 1. Verify that the photo media is placed in the paper tray with the print side down. 2. Slide the paper forward until it stops. 3. Slide the paper guides firmly against the paper, then push in the tray. check the printer - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 122
/Quality Paper Group: Photo Paper (Mac OS 8.6. 9.x, and X Classic only) Paper Type: An hp photo paper Quality: Best or High Resolution Photo banner does not print correctly check the paper tray 1. Unfold and refold the paper when several sheets feed into the printer at once. 2. Confirm that the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 123
Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final q The protective piece of plastic tape may still be attached to the print cartridges. Verify that the plastic tape has been removed from the print cartridges. q The print cartridges may be out of ink. Replace one or both empty print cartridges. q The printer may be - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 124
. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Print Cartridge Status light 2. Resume light 3. Power light Resume light is flashing the printer may be out of paper 1. Place paper in the In tray. 2. Press the Resume button on the front of the printer. there may be a paper jam Follow these instructions to clear - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 125
or on Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Follow the onscreen instructions for printing the second side. These instructions appear when you manually print a two-sided document. 2. Press the Resume button. Power light is flashing the printer is preparing to print The light stops flashing when the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 126
light is on Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The Print Cartridge Status light is on when one or both of the cartridges is low on ink. 1. Print Cartridge Status light 1. Open the printer mode using only the tri-color print cartridge. The printer may print more slowly and colors may be altered when - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 127
print cartridge status light is on Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final If you do not have a replacement available, you may remove the tri-color print cartridge and print in reserve mode using only the black or photo print cartridge. The printer prints all documents in grayscale when using only the black or - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 128
cartridge status light is flashing print cartridge status light is flashing Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The Print Cartridge Status light flashes when one or both of the print cartridges is improperly installed or malfunctioning. 1. Print Cartridge Status light 1. Open the printer's top cover - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 129
print cartridge status light is flashing Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. the print cartridge cradle on the left indicates a problem with black or photo print cartridge To solve the problem: 1. Remove the print cartridge. 2. Re-insert the print cartridge. If the problem persists, replace the black - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 130
print cartridge. If the problem persists, replace the tri-color print cartridge. print cartridge cradle is in the center and the print cartridge status light is flashing If the print cartridge carriage is in the center with a blinking Print Cartridge Status light, the printer cannot yet diagnose the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 131
print cartridge status light is flashing To solve the problem: Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 1. Remove the print cartridge. 2. Re-insert the print cartridge. If the problem persists, replace the black or photo print cartridge. -and- q the tri-color print cartridge is low on ink At some point, - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 132
print cartridge status light is flashing Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final print cartridge cradle is on the left and the status light is flashing there is a problem with both the black or photo print cartridge and the tri-color print cartridge To solve the problem: 1. Remove the remaining print cartridge. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 133
Mac UG Final Several variables can slow the printer's performance. Click the topic below that best describes the printer's performance: q multiple software documents. printer driver is outdated An outdated printer driver may be installed. Log onto HP's Website at http://www.hp.com/go/support . 133 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 134
computer does not meet system requirements Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final Verify that the computer's hard disk space, RAM, and processor speed meet system requirements. For more information, see system requirements. printer is in reserve mode The printer may print more slowly if it is in reserve - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 135
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automatic two-sided printing problems Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 9. Turn on the printer, then reprint the document. file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_auto_two_side_problem_fs.html (3 of 3) [5/9/2002 9:41:22 AM] 137 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 138
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, click one of the following: r Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, or X Classic: OK r Mac OS X: Print If the problem persists: 1. Remove the borderless printing media, then load plain letter or A4 paper in the In tray. 2. Press and hold down the Resume button until the printer starts printing a self-test page, then - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 141
print cartridges Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final "There is a problem with the print cartridges" error message appears on the computer screen 1. Open the printer's top cover to activate the Print Cartridge Status light. 1. Print Cartridge Status light 2. Note the Print Cartridge Status light. Click the - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 142
specifications specifications Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final q printer specifications q minimum printing margins q automatic two-sided printing module specifications q minimum system requirements q environmental statement q print cartridge recovery q limited warranty q regulatory notices file:///C|/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 143
printer specifications hp deskjet 5550 series Newport Hykuna Mac Exact speed varies with system configuration, software program, and document complexity. black Resolution Photo (1200 dpi text rendering): 1200 x 1200 dpi color input resolution (depending on paper type) Plain Paper/FastDraft: 300 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 144
on input image. color and photo print cartridges Up to 6 ink printing (Requires hp photo print cartridge #58) For more information, see print cartridges. print technology Drop-on-demand thermal inkjet printing software compatibility USB connection: Mac OS version 8.6, 9.x, or Mac OS X (version 10 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 145
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average when printing Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final power requirements For power adapter part number 0950-4082 the power requirements are: Input Voltage 006 in/in) on plain paper and cards ± .010 mm/mm (.010 in/in) on HP transparency films media weight Paper: U.S. Letter 60 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 147
to 90 g/m ² (20 to 24 lb) Cards: Up to 200 g/m ² (110 lb index max) Banner paper: 60 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final media handling In tray capacity: Plain paper sheets: Up to 100 Banners: Up to 20 sheets Envelopes: Up to 15 Greeting cards: Up - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 148
tear-off tab): 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final print cartridges Black: selection number 56, part number c6656a Tri-Color: selection number 57, part number c6657a Photo: selection number 58, part number c6658a 148 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_printerspec_fs.html - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 149
with a USB port Minimum 128 MB RAM 20 MB (minimum) available hard-disk space AppleTalk connection Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x PowerPC MacOS-based computer Minimum 64 MB RAM 20 MB (minimum) available hard-disk space Mac OS X (version 10.1.x) and Classic PowerPC MacOS-based computer Minimum 128 MB RAM 20 MB - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 150
Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final automatic two-sided printing module (duplexer) specifications duty cycle 3,000 pages per month dimensions Printer with duplexer 449 mm wide x 144 mm high x 432 mm deep declared noise emissions in accordance with ISO 9296 Best Mode: Sound power level, LWAd - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 151
in) Top and bottom margins: 11.7 mm (0.46 in) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final media size Paper: U.S. Letter: 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x hp plain paper or HP bright white inkjet paper hp photo quality inkjet paper, matte finish hp photo quality inkjet paper, semi gloss hp premium inkjet heavyweight paper hp - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 152
minimum printing margins minimum printing margins Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final The printer cannot print outside a designated area of the page. Minimum print margins for common media types are shown below. A4 paper Left and Right Margins: 3.4 mm (0. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 153
]) Left and Right Margins: 6.4 mm (0.25 in) Top Margin: 1.8 mm (0.07 in) Bottom Margin: 11.7 mm (0.46 in) Between Page Margin: 0.0 mm (0.0 in) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_minimum_printing_margins_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 9:41:25 AM] 153 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 154
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service mark of the USEPA. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Hewlett-Packard Company has determined that this product meets ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy consumption in off-mode: When the printer turning the printer power off, then disconnecting the end of the printer power cord from - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 156
manufacturer in the world. This program is provided as a free service to HP customers as an environmentally sound solution for these products at end of HP is able to recycle up to 65% of the print cartridge by weight. The remaining parts that cannot be recycled (ink, foam and composite parts) - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 157
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printer_warranty Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final 7. HP's limited warranty is valid in any country where the covered HP product is distributed by HP except for warranty services, such as on-site service, may be available from any authorized HP service facility where the product is distributed by HP or - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 159
printer_warranty Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final limiting the statutory rights of a consumer (e.g., the find HP resellers in the U.S., visit HP's service locator at www.hp.com/service_locator. q If your reseller does not offer service contracts, call HP directly and ask about our HP service agreements. - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 160
Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final hewlett-packard company This device complies with part 15 of the installed and used in accordance with the instructions, can cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 161
regulatory notices The display LEDs meet the requirements of EN 60825-1. Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_regnotices_fs.html (2 of 2) [5/9/2002 9:41:28 AM] 161 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 162
Hykuna Mac UG Final A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A accessibility acknowledgements adding a printer (OS X) auto-on and auto-off feature automatic paper-type sensor about using automatic two-sided printing about problems B banners borderless printing about problems buttons - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 163
print cartridge print cartridge cradle connectivity copies and pages panel (OS X) Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final D default printer (OS X) duplexer about installing specifications E envelopes environmental statement F file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_index_fs.html (2 of 9) [5/9/2002 - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 164
index features Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final G greeting cards H Hagaki cards hp inkjet utility I - K iron-on transfers L labels lights about flashing flashing (all) on power light is flashing Print Cartridge Status light is on resume light is flashing 164 file:///C|/Projects/Newport/ - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 165
index M maintenance print cartridge printer body managing available printers (OS X) print jobs (OS X) margins minimum printing margins minimum system requirements Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final N notices O output options (OS X) P - Q page layout OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic OS X page setup file - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 166
and light is flashing on the left and light is on on the right on the right and light is flashing on the right and light is on Print Cartridge Status light flashing on print cartridge file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_index_fs.html (5 of 9) [5/9/2002 9:41:28 AM] Newport Hykuna Mac UG - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 167
index calibrating Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final maintenance recovery recycling refilling replacing print cartridges about automatically cleaning print dialog box (OS X) print settings (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) printer software OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic OS X printing from the desktop, - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 168
index cards iron-on transfers labels noise after print cartridge installed paper problems photographs plain paper posters printer ejects the paper printout problems problems slow small media transparencies two-sided documents USB problems printout problems Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final R recycling - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 169
notices removing ink from skin and clothing reserve mode Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final S special features specifications duplexer printer status changing (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) checking (OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic) system requirements T terms and conventions troubleshooting two-sided - HP 5550 | HP Deskjet 5550 Series printers - (English) Macintosh User's Guide - Page 170
index manual OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic U - V USB about printing problems user's guide using the print center (OS X) utility W - Z warranty Newport Hykuna Mac UG Final file:///C|/Projects/Newport/Mac_UG_huykuna/ug_index_fs.html (9 of 9) [5/9/2002 9:41:28 AM] 170
table of contents
hp deskjet 5550 series
table of contents
notices
notices and acknowledgements
terms and conventions
accessibility
using the onscreen
user's guide
special features
getting started
printer features
buttons and lights
paper trays
print cartridges
automatic paper-type sensor
reserve mode
automatic two-sided printing module (duplexer)
connectivity
printing
using printer software with Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and X Classic
using printer software with Mac OS X
printing a document
two-sided printing
printing digital photographs
auto-on and auto-off feature
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